How to get the Most Money for your Trade-In Near Pittsburgh

September 29th, 2023 by

Trading in your current vehicle is a convenient and efficient way to offset the cost of purchasing a new or used car. At #1 Cochran Hyundai South Hills, we strive to make the trade-in process as seamless as possible while ensuring you receive the best value for your vehicle. 

In this step-by-step guide, we’ll walk you through the process of trading in your car and provide tips to maximize your trade-in value. If you choose to trade in your used vehicle at #1 Cochran Hyundai, we’ll provide a Dual Trade Evaluation. It starts with an online KBB Instant Cash Offer, which is guaranteed to be accepted as long as the provided information is accurate. 

Then, when you bring your trade to our dealership near Mt. Lebanon, our trade-in expert will give you a second value. Whichever value is higher is the amount you’ll receive for your trade. Read on to get some tips on preparing your used car for trade-in toward a new or used Hyundai, whether you choose to trade in here or at another Pittsburgh car dealership.

Prepare your vehicle for trade-in

Assess your vehicle’s current condition

Before bringing your vehicle to our Hyundai dealership in Dormont, take the time to assess its overall condition. Make note of any cosmetic or mechanical issues, as well as the car’s mileage and service history. This information helps you get an accurate initial value, and gives you the chance to clean or fix any minor issues that could lead to a lower trade-in value.

Clean your vehicle’s interior & exterior

One question we’ve gotten quite a few times is: “Does it matter if I clean my car before trading it in?”. While in most cases a dirty interior won’t affect your car’s function, it does affect first impressions. 

A clean car gives Pittsburgh car dealers confidence that you’ve taken care of your vehicle. It also makes it easier to get your trade-in ready for sale, possibly improving their offer for your used car.

Gather important documents

To streamline the trade-in process, be sure to gather all necessary documents related to your vehicle, including the title, registration, and any outstanding loan information. If you’ve kept up with scheduled maintenance, it’s a good idea to bring your service records as well. 

These can help determine eligibility for certified pre-owned programs, and reduce the amount of reconditioning necessary to resell your vehicle. Most car dealerships near you will take these factors into account when giving you your trade-in value.

Start the trade-in process

Get an Online Trade Evaluation

When you’re ready to get a firm trade-in offer on your used car, truck or SUV, you get the first of our Dual Trade Evaluations right here on our website. Just fill in your vehicle details to get your KBB Instant Cash Offer. This is a real offer, and can be used to trade or even just sell your vehicle for that price to participating dealers. Getting this initial evaluation also helps you calculate your down payment and financing needs before you even come to the dealership.

Visit #1 Cochran Hyundai South Hills

Once you have your Kelley Blue Book Instant Cash Offer, the next step is to bring your trade to our Hyundai dealership on West Liberty Avenue for an in-person evaluation. One of our trade-in experts will check out your vehicle and make an offer on it. The best part? You always get the higher of the two offers! So whether you’re shopping online from Upper St. Clair or in-store in Dormont, you can count on getting our best trade-in offer every time.

Apply the trade-in value towards your new Hyundai

Once you’ve gotten our best trade-in value, it’s time to choose your next new or used Hyundai! We also have a great inventory of Certified Pre-Owned and C1 Certified models that come with confidence-inspiring warranties. Your trade-in will reduce the amount you finance on your next vehicle, and can also be applied to lowering monthly payments on a Hyundai lease. 

Backed by Western PA’s Largest Dealer Group: #1 Cochran

What if you’re happy with your trade evaluation from #1 Cochran Hyundai, but don’t see the exact model you were hoping for? You can visit Cochran.com to shop our entire group’s inventory, representing the largest collection of Makes & Models in Pittsburgh, all in one place.

We can also special-order your new Hyundai, so you get exactly the features you want. As part of #1 Cochran, we delight in giving our customers a Clearly Better Car Buying experience. 

As you can see, trading in your vehicle at #1 Cochran Hyundai South Hills is a great option for Pittsburgh car shoppers. We hope that the tips above get you even more for your trade. Because at #1 Cochran, the world is Clearly Better when we can make our customers happy. We look forward to seeing you at our dealership!

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